Oktoberfest in the Gardens

Large crowd attending an outdoor festival in front of a modern civic building under a bright blue sky. Long white vendor tents line the event area while attendees gather across the lawn, many dressed in traditional Oktoberfest-style attire.
Martin Ollman
Date
24 October 2026  - 24 October 2026
Time
1pm – 9pm
Place
Patrick White Lawns
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Oktoberfest in the Gardens

Oktoberfest in the Gardens is back for 2026 and there are plenty of reasons to be there.  At Patrick White Lawns on beautiful Lake Burley Griffin, Oktoberfest will be full of authentic German beers, wines, cider, plus food stalls, both authentic German and homegrown favourites.

Running from 1pm to 9pm on Sat 24 October, Oktoberfest features multiple stages of live entertainment, DJs, thrill rides, roving performers, competitions, sideshow alley, silent disco, Berghain-inspired Rave Cave, and plenty more surprises!

Sign up now to get early bird tickets and VIP packages, with exclusive VIP access to private bar and dedicated seating.  VIP tickets are strictly limited, so grab yours early.

Dust off your Lederhosen or Dirndl as dressing up is absolutely encouraged and mark Oktoberfest in your diary now!

Festival attendees wearing illuminated wireless headphones gather around a neon-lit DJ booth designed to resemble a giant retro cassette player. The outdoor evening scene is set among trees, with people socialising and dancing during a silent disco event.
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